By Bruce Emmerling
Book Summary:
Immerse
yourself in the timeless charm and rich history of New York City with a
stunning collection of intricately detailed black and white
illustrations, perfect for coloring with pencils or markers. Unlike
typical coloring books, these designs stand out with their exceptional
level of detail, offering a uniquely engaging experience.
This
captivating coloring book showcases New York City's diverse beauty,
from its serene beachfronts to its iconic boardwalk, all meticulously
crafted from photographs taken by the author over several years. Each
page invites you to explore the city's heritage and landscapes through
artistic expression.
Designed in a convenient
landscape orientation, every page is single-sided with a blank reverse,
ensuring ease of use. Whether you prefer coloring directly in the book
or removing pages for a more flexible approach, this collection
accommodates both.
Take a creative journey through
the heart of New York City and bring its captivating scenes to life with
your own colors and imagination.
My Thoughts
This project took approximately a month to complete and involved over a hundred photographs from my extensive collection of New York City images, captured over the years. The book presented a unique challenge, as some of the photographs featured intricate details that were particularly difficult to transform.
To develop each page, I utilized Adobe Photoshop CS5 and Affinity Publisher, carefully crafting the layout to ensure the best visual experience. Each image is designed to be rotated and viewed in landscape mode. The formatting process introduced several obstacles, including considerations for book size, bleed, and margin alignment.
Initially, I envisioned full-page images, but after encountering numerous technical difficulties, I opted to use the boxed image format seen in my previous books, ultimately ensuring a more cohesive and polished final product.
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